Melon-Ginger Smoothie

Description:

Spiked with ginger, this smoothie is guaranteed to perk you up after a long bike ride or make a nice starter to a summer meal on the deck. For a more aromatic variation, use a cantaloupe instead of a honeydew melon.

Ingredients:

1 cup chopped honeydew melon

1/3 cup chopped peeled kiwi, (1 large)

1/2 ripe banana, sliced

1/4 cup white grape juice

1/2 teaspoon ginger juice, (see Ingredient Note)

2 teaspoons lime juice

1/3 cup lemon sorbet

1/2 cup ice

Preparation:

1

Place ingredients in the order listed in a blender. Pulse three times to chop the fruit, then blend until smooth. Serve immediately.

Tips:

Ingredient Note: Bottled ginger juice is available in most health-food stores and gourmet markets—or make your own by squeezing chopped fresh ginger through a garlic press or piece of cheesecloth.